Adventure holidays in PeruTours & holidays in 2016 & 2017

From the dramatic peaks of the Andes to the wildlife-filled depths of the Amazon rainforest, Peru has really nailed the concept of adventure. Our Peru adventure holidays lead you along the Inca Trail to the magnificent ruins of Machu Picchu, race down the Andean foothills on mountain bikes, cruise out to floating islands on Lake Titicaca and seek out capybaras, jaguars and giant otters in the pristine jungles and cloud forests.

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Tailor made:This trip can be tailor-made and departures can be arranged all year. The sample itinerary below can be modified to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.

Tailor made:Daily departures throughout the year (closed in February) Please note: Hiking the Inca Trail should be booked 2 to 3 months in advance and at least 4 months in advance if you wish to trek between June and September inclusive, due to high demand.

Tailor made:Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way

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I am reborn! Simply the best holiday I have ever been on

Some great stories to tell the grandchildren. Would recommend to a friend

Memorable parts?
EVERYTHING - it was just great!
Tips?
To inform themselves very early (6 month before booking) to get the most out of it. We therefore had the best holidays ever and people we met on our tour were just jealouse, because we could do all the cool stuff (we had organised the permits for Huayna Picchu, the Trek to Huchuy Qosqo etc.)
Local benefits?
Yes I do
Overall rating?
Great! (more)Barbara Buchegger

Memorable parts?
The camping, food and walking through the Sun Gate and seeing Machu Piccu are a few of my many highlights. Our guide, Reni was terrific and the family we travelled with were super. The holiday gradually gears you up for the big trek, you acclimatise in Cusco before exploring the Sacred Valley and attempting the mountain bike ride.
Tips?
The accommodation is on the whole fairly basic, with one or two quirky gems, but we weren't expecting the hotel in Agua Calientes... (more)Jo Turnbull

The staggering scenery throughout the trek, and the sense of achievement reaching the tops of passes, especially to look at Machu Picchu. (more)Susheel Chumber

Great fun and an amazing experience. Thank you to our brilliant guide, the incredibly athletic and dedicated porters and to the guys in the UK who organised the trip for us; everything was perfect. (more)Elfie Burgess

The most memorable part of the trek was on Day 2 where we hit the highest point of the trail at 4,732m! (more)Wei Seng Mak

Memorable parts?
Inca Trail! Making it and seeing Machu Picchu.
Tips?
Bring clothing for a variety of weather. Be prepared for early mornings, the possibility of altitude sickness... The more in shape you are, the more you will get out of the trip as well!
Local benefits?
Yes, I think the homestays were great, and the trip encompassed ecotourism, especially in the Amazon.
Overall rating?
Great.
(more)Rachel Carbonell

Memorable parts?
We were hiking for few hours through beautiful Inca trail and at the end we had seen Machu Picchu in clouds and then in a full sun.
Tips?
Take good rain gear when you travel during wet season. We were there in December and weather was good, but sometimes we got surprises.
Local benefits?
I think we benefit local people. We visited places stayed in hotels, bought souvenirs. It seems, money we spend stayed there. I hope money collected in tickets will be... (more)Iwona Warszawska

One of the best I have had, a truly wonderful experience...the trip to Machu Picchu stands out just because it is such an iconic place, but the rainforest, the desert, lake Titicaca, Cusco, Colcha Canyon, were all brilliant places to visit. (more)David Greaves

The holiday was superb from start to finish and far exceeded our expectations. The expected highlights of Macchu Picchu etc lived up to expectations with the remaining destinations visited exceeding them (rainforest... colca canyon and sacred valley).
(more)Duncan Cairns

It was a great experience and I was surprised by the diversity offered by Peru; the cities being very different from the smaller towns and the towns being vastly different from the solitude of the Inca trail and the Amazon. (more)Riaan Breedt

Absolutely amazing!!! I would definitely recommend and would do it again if I could! (more)Kristiina Puusaari-Sheahan

It was the most challenging holiday I have ever been on. I came back home with
many wonderful memories. Our guide, Carlos Luchuga, contributed a great deal in the success of my holidays. (more)Teresa Trippenbach

Great...Hiking the Inca Trail to see Macchu Picchu at the end and the Nazca Lines were the most memorable parts. (more)Jack Bond

Memorable parts?
Taking boat trips on the side tributaries of the Amazon! We loved seeing all the animals.
Tips?
Allow more time at the Ankatera Maccu Picchu Hotel. There is a lot to do there and we didn't allow any time there
(except for seeing the ruins).
Local benefits?
The Amazon portion of our trip benefited local villages and supported conservation of primates. The time in the Sacred
Valley definitely benefited local cooperatives and individuals.
Overall rating?
9/10 (more)Nadia Al-Alawi

Excellent....Ecuador is a lovely country and well worth spending a week there before heading to the Galapagos. (more)Caroline Blagg

The most memorable part of the holiday was the wildlife - birds, dolphins, turtles, snakes, Jesus lizard...Ecuador is incredibly diverse, people genuinely interested, especially when "the only Gringo on the Bus!" and the operator is very efficient.
(more)Phil Madden

Memorable parts?
The homestay with local families on Isla Amantani where we had to dress up in local costume for a fun evening of Peruvian dancing!
Tips?
Make sure you are fit enough for the trekking part
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
The combination of the magnificant scenery plus the amazing Inca ruins made it especially memorable. (more)Ruth Hindshaw

Memorable parts?
On the Andes to Amazon I believe it was the Manu Wildlife Center. It was a charming facility with nice staff. Of course, the wildlife that we were fortunate enough to see was fabulous. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable.
Unfortunately during our time in Peru I picked up a nasty bacteria & viral infection. I was admitted into the hospital for 3 days / 2 nights which was during a portion of our arranged trip. We were not able to drive from Cusco through the cloud... (more)Christine Kinkel

Inca trail and Machu Picchu was the most memorable part of the holiday (more)Mandy Risso

The Andean explorer train ride from Cusco to Lake Titicaca was an excellent way to see many aspects of Peru from the city suburbs through the slums then farming communities, through the middle of market towns and past the spectacular backdrop of the Andes. (more)Jane Lines

The most lasting memory will probably be our stay on Amantani Island on Lake TitiKaka. We stayed with a family without water and electricity and it was both enjoyable as well as being an eye opener.
(more)Chris Simmons

Most memorable were horse riding on the hills above Cusco, Cusco itself a beautiful city, the floating reed island and most certainly the time on the island with local family, I loved their way of life and their hospitality. (more)Ruth Stanley

Swimming in the Amazon, learning about the jungle and meeting a Shaman, Salsa dancing in Cusco, staying with a local family in Armanti and folk dancing to traditional music, the colours, textiles and crafts, music, food and drink (more)Amanda Whittington

Amazing!!! All in one. I had fantastic time and really enjoyed the time, unforgettable experience in mountains. It was fantastic (more)Julia Glizevskaja

This was a fantastic experience, we thoroughly enjoyed it. The country is full of contrasts and the people are fantastic. If you are interested in bird life this is a superb destination. The trip lasts 3 weeks - I could happily have spent double that time in country - and still only scratched the surface (more)Steve Braysher

The Inca Trail was by far the highlight of the trip. One of the most amazing experiences of my life. (more)George Efstathopoulos

Visiting the Amazon Jungle was the 'unmissable' part! A unique environment to experience - the river, the heat and humidity, the giant trees and canopy, the sounds of the jungle; seeing animals, birds, a cayman and catching piranhas! (more)Jo Herrold

Memorable parts?
Visiting Machu Picchu - simply breathtaking!
Tips?
You can never have too many changes of clothes for the jungle...
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
A fantastic experience to see some wonderful sights. We learned so much and everyone was friendly and welcoming.
(more)Claire Wood

Memorable parts?
Being amongst high Andes mountains and half uncovered Inca ruins without any other tourists around, but with good friendly helpful guide and other staff to look after us. We were able to interact with locals in a way quite different from that occurring in areas over run by tourists.
Tips?
Take warm clothes- it was freezing at night at altitude. Definitely include an Amazon trip as a good contrast to the mountains.
Donít buy hats- there are loads of hats, ponchos... (more)David Rampersad

Memorable parts?
Machu Picchu was absolutely incredible. It lived up to our expectations and exceeded them in every way.
Tips?
Check the weather before you go. Different regions have very different temperatures and dressy clothes are not needed anywhere - even at very nice restaurants it seems. Order your soles before you go and have enough on hand for tips, purchases, meals, etc. We'd recommend $500 USD.
Local benefits?
We feel our holiday benefited local people in the... (more)Dee bertino

Memorable parts?
Hiking through the Peruvian jungle and feeling like you were discovering the Incan ruins yourself.
Tips?
"It's cold on the top of the mountain" means snow, even in March (summer). The weather was colder and wetter than I anticipated.
Local benefits?
We benefited the porters who were carrying our luggage, and were pretty environmentally friendly. I wasn't sure how to take the very aggressive salespeople- I think it's better to sell something than to just... (more)Melissa Mundo

Memorable parts?
Leaving.
Tips?
Do not book with this operator.
Local benefits?Overall rating?
I would never book with this operator again. Could you pick worse hotels if you tried? (more)Antoine Taridif